Current Oita JET, Chris Allison, has started a project to share information about great places for foreign travelers in Japan to check out. It’s called “The Inaka” Project. As JET and JET Alumni we are in a unique position to help contribute to this project.
JETwit has more details here and as noted by another JET officer, this would be ideal information on how the JETs can get involved in their local communities!
Aloha NEJETAA!
My name is Beau Mueller, and I am a former Miyazaki JET (2009-2011) from Hawaii.
I am writing you to let you know about a writing contest for former, current and prospective JETs. Details are here. First prize is $150!
Along with my wife (also a JET – Kyoto 2002-2004), I have recently started JETProgram.ME, a multi-faceted community geared towards prospective, current, and JET alums. The site has many features, including JET classifieds, a non-snarky forum, the ability to create and join groups and more. Our goal is to make the site the go-to resource and hangout for people in all stages of the JET process.
Best regards,
Beau Mueller
Founder
Our June Happy Hour once again will follow the 2012-2013 Pre-Departure Orientation for new JETs. We’ll be meeting at Lucky’s from around 5pm with appetizers provided by NEJETAA. Please join us to meet the departing JETs…tell them all about your experiences and also answer any last-minute questions they may have! We look forward to seeing you there!
What: JET Post-Orientation Happy Hour Where: Lucky’s Lounge (near the Children’s Museum, Google map here) When: Saturday, June 16th, 5pm
RSVP/questions: Stephanie (president at nejetaa dot com)
Please RSVP by Friday the 15th so we have a sense of numbers! Thank you!
Your NEJETAA Board